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The New York Musical Theatre Festival Announces More Extensions: R.R.R.E.D: A Secret Musical and Gay Bride of Frankenstein
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 5, 2009


Due to popular demand, the following shows have added additional performances this week: R.R.R.E.D: A Secret Musical - Thursday, Oct. 8 at 11pm Gay Bride of Frankenstein - Saturday, Oct. 10 at 11pm

The New York Musical Theatre Festival Announces Extensions for F#@KING UP EVERYTHING and SING, BUT DON'T TELL
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 29, 2009


Due to popular demand, the following shows have added additional performances: F#@KING UP EVERYTHING - Sat, Oct 17 at 11pm SING, BUT DON'T TELL - Sun, Oct 18 at 3pm

Deconstructed Productions Presents THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP, OPENS 9/24
by BWW News Desk - Sep 24, 2009


Deconstructed Productions presents Charles Ludlam's comic masterpiece The Mystery of Irma Vep. This smart, clever, quick-change marathon ransacks literary and cinematic pop culture as it satirizes everything from Hitchcock's Rebecca to classic horror films (The Mummy, The Wolf Man) to literary classics like Wuthering Heights and Shakespeare.

NYMF Announces Extensions for ENCORE, FAT CAMP, F#@KING UP EVERYTHING & More
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2009


Due to popular demand, the following shows have added additional performances: Encore: Friday, October 2nd at 5pm Fat Camp: Friday, October 2nd at 4pm

Gisela Cardenas, Lear deBessonet, And Michael Goldfried Among TCG's 2009 Recipients Of The NEA/TCG Career Development Program For Directors
by Reynard Loki - Sep 15, 2009


Twelve early-career directors and designers have been selected for the 2009 NEA/TCG Career Development Programs for Theatre Directors and Designers. The recipients were chosen by an independent, national selection panel composed of theatre professionals. These programs are administered by TCG, in association with the National Endowment for the Arts, with major support from The Ford Foundation.

NYMF Announces Casting For 2009 Festival, Extensions Announced for COUNT TO TEN, HURRICANE and PLAGUED
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 11, 2009


In the glory days of the movie musical, folks joked that MGM stood for 'Makes Great Musicals' and it boasted more stars than in the heavens.

Cariani and Bender To Team For Wishcamper Helmed 'IRMA VEP' At Old Globe 7/31-9/6
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2009


The Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto has announced the cast and creative team of Charles Ludlam's gothic spoof, The Mystery of Irma Vep. Jeffrey Bender and John Cariani are a 'cast of thousands,' taking on the roles of Lady Enid, Lord Edgar, Nicodemus Underwood - and a mummy - among many others. Directed by Henry Wishcamper.

Deconstructed Productions Presents THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP, OPENS 9/24
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 4, 2009


Deconstructed Productions presents Charles Ludlam's comic masterpiece The Mystery of Irma Vep. This smart, clever, quick-change marathon ransacks literary and cinematic pop culture as it satirizes everything from Hitchcock's Rebecca to classic horror films (The Mummy, The Wolf Man) to literary classics like Wuthering Heights and Shakespeare.

Court Theater Presents THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP 11/12-12/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 1, 2009


Court Theatre continues its 55th season with Charles Ludlam's camp classic, The Mystery of Irma Vep directed by Sean Graney. The production will run November 12 - December 13, 2009 at Court Theatre, 5535 S. Ellis Avenue.

A Theatre Lover's Guide to DC/Capital Area Theatres - September Offerings
by Eddie Varley - Aug 29, 2009


There are two things you should know about me: I am a musical theatre lover, and I love to schmooze with actors and composers. I am very fortunate to live in the DC area where our theatre community is growing by leaps and bounds. There are so many productions opening in September in DC, Maryland and Virginia theatres, my head is spinning trying to figure out which ones I will see.

Cariani and Bender To Team For Wishcamper Helmed 'IRMA VEP' At Old Globe 7/31-9/6
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2009


The Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto has announced the cast and creative team of Charles Ludlam's gothic spoof, The Mystery of Irma Vep. Jeffrey Bender and John Cariani are a 'cast of thousands,' taking on the roles of Lady Enid, Lord Edgar, Nicodemus Underwood - and a mummy - among many others. Directed by Henry Wishcamper.

Cariani and Bender To Team For Wishcamper Helmed 'IRMA VEP' At Old Globe 7/31-9/6
by Eddie Varley - Jul 8, 2009


The Old Globe Executive Producer Lou Spisto has announced the cast and creative team of Charles Ludlam's gothic spoof, The Mystery of Irma Vep. Jeffrey Bender and John Cariani are a 'cast of thousands,' taking on the roles of Lady Enid, Lord Edgar, Nicodemus Underwood - and a mummy - among many others. Directed by Henry Wishcamper.

Photo Flash: 2009 Shakespeare Festival Plays At The Old Globe Through 9/27
by Ali Leskowitz - Jun 25, 2009


The 2009 Summer Shakespeare Festival includes TWELFTH NIGHT, a delightful tale of wild infatuation and mistaken identities, CORIOLANUS a powerful political drama tells the story of the great Roman general whose arrogance leads to his own downfall and Edmond Rostand's CYRANO DE BERGERAC, about a war hero, philosopher and dazzling swordsman, Cyrano. Cyrano has it all - except the woman of his dreams - the lovely Roxane. Playing in nightly repertory in the Lowell Davies Festival Theatre, June 13 - September 27.

Seacost Rep Theatre Hosts Rainbow FUNdraiser With Varla Jean Merman 6/21
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2009


Seacoast Repertory Theatre is proud to host our 7th annual Rainbow FUNdraiser starring Varla Jean Merman in VIVA VARLA on Sunday, June 21st at 8pm.

CATCO Presents BLACKBIRD, The Provocative New Drama 6/3-6/21
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2009


Fifteen years ago Una and Ray had a relationship - an illegal relationship. They haven't set eyes on each other since. Now, after great effort, she has found him again. Without warning, Una arrives late one day at Ray's workplace. But why? What does she want?

Seacost Rep Theatre Hosts Rainbow FUNdraiser With Varla Jean Merman 6/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 9, 2009


Seacoast Repertory Theatre is proud to host our 7th annual Rainbow FUNdraiser starring Varla Jean Merman in VIVA VARLA on Sunday, June 21st at 8pm.

RAT BASTARDS Premieres At Dixon Place 6/3-6/7 As Part Of Fest Of Jewish Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 3, 2009


Tutti Stronzi Productions presents the premiere of Rat Bastards (Tutti Stronzi), a commedia dell'arte style farce about the persecution of Jews and Muslims in Venice during the great plague of 1630, which begins performances tonight as part of the Festival of Jewish Theater and Ideas at Dixon Place (running through June 7).

RAT BASTARDS Premieres 6/3-7 As Part Of Fest Of Jewish Theatre & Ideas
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 27, 2009


Tutti Stronzi Productions announces the premiere of Rat Bastards (Tutti Stronzi), a commedia dell'arte style farce about the persecution of Jews and Muslims in Venice during the great plague of 1630, which is being presented as part of the Festival of Jewish Theater and Ideas at Dixon Place, June 3-7.

RABBIT HOLE, TWO ROOMS & More Set For Everyman Theatre's 2009/2010 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009


Everyman Theatre announces the 2009/2010 Season. Subscriptions are on sale now. Whether you are re-newing your subscription or becoming a subscriber for the first time, Everyman has something for Everyone!

CATCO Presents BLACKBIRD, The Provocative New Drama 6/3-6/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009


Fifteen years ago Una and Ray had a relationship - an illegal relationship. They haven't set eyes on each other since. Now, after great effort, she has found him again. Without warning, Una arrives late one day at Ray's workplace. But why? What does she want?

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